Broods
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Feature - Beth Hart - October 2016
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By Poppy Tohill
Earlier this year, Blues Blast Magazine likened interviewing Beth Hart to, ‘flying a kite in a hurricane.’ A perfect description of the crazy whirlwind that occurs, as you’re strung along on a thoroughly enjoyable ride by Hart’s infectiously loveable energy.
Read MoreThe Rubens
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By Will Brown
The Rubens are in town, and are set to play two New Zealand this week; Thursday night at the Kings Arms in Auckland and this Saturday at Meow in Wellington.
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Hayes Carll
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Hayes Carll is in town for The Southern Fork Americana Fest is returning for 2016 and hosted at the intimate surroundings of The Tuning Fork between October 7-16.
Read MoreInterview - Andrea Ferro (Lacuna Coil) - October 2016
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By Gray Vickers
In May of this year, after numerous line-up changes and a renewed vitalisation, Lacuna Coil unleashed their album 'Delirium' onto the world and sparked a whole new chapter in the bands career.
Read MoreTower Of Power
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Performing since 1968, Tower of Power (or TOP for short) originated in Oakland California and have delivered their own brand of funky rhythms and driving grooves to fans across the world.
Read MoreInterview: Jahra 'Rager' Wasasala
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Jahra Wasasala will be performing twice in the upcoming Tempo Dance Festival (04 – 16 October). Presenting her own work in a line-up of contemporary pacific artists - SIVA Niu Sila and dancing in a contemporary showcase Taumata: Four New Works.
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Villainy
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By Stella Gardiner
Kiwi four-piece rock legends Villainy are gearing up to embark on a four-date nationwide New Zealand tour. I caught up with band member Neil Fraser to discuss the demise of iconic venues, touring with giants, what makes for a great live show and U.S. presidential election candidates...
Read MoreBlack Mountain
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Vancouver five piece Black Mountain are heading to New Zealand for the first time, touring with their fourth proper album, IV.
Read MoreInterview: Escape The Fate
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By Nikki Russian
Escape The Fate are heading to New Zealand in October to tour their 2015 record Hate Me. Frontman and vocalist Craig Mabbitt is out in California at the time of interview, working on a record for his side-project, The Dead Rabbitts.
Read MoreThe Coathangers
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By Poppy Tohill
Explosive and sassy ~ The Coathangers have been an integral part of Atlanta's punk scene for ten years now and following the release of their fifth, full-length studio album Nosebleed Weekend earlier this year, New Zealand are in for a treat this weekend as the all-girl trio head to our part of the world for the very first time.
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Tim Draxl
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Freeway - The Chet Baker Journey, is heading to Auckland as part of the Auckland Live International Cabaret Season. Chet Baker was the prototype of 20th-century cool. His movie star looks and honeyed vocals won him pop stardom, while his effortless trumpet playing earned the respect of the jazz elite.
Read MoreInterview: Henry Wagons
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Henry Wagons is heading to New Zealand this week, where he'll be playing shows at The Tuning Fork in Auckland on Friday September 16th and Blue Smoke in Christchurch on Saturday September 17th.
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